Financial Analyst Internship - Fall 2026

About This Role

Fall internships will range between the months of August and December.
All dates dependent upon the university schedule of the selected students. Internships are full‑time and on‑site in Los Angeles, CA. To be considered for this internship, candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program.

Internships at Varda are optimal for students looking to grow technically and professionally while working on impactful projects critical to the company’s success. You will be working on a collaborative team in a startup environment while being able to learn from some of the most accomplished and experienced aerospace professionals in the world. We’re dedicated to providing an experience that will let your decisions and contributions help drive Varda’s success.

As part of the finance team, you will collaborate with the team to develop data structures and enhance system capabilities for advanced analytics and dashboard creation. Utilize AI, Machine Learning, and LLMs to deliver business insights to executive leadership.

• Build data structure to support Business and Finance KPIs
• Publish Dashboards to automate reporting
• Review existing systems/tools and enhance reporting mechanisms
• Enable Machine Learning to evolve automation

• Education
  :
  Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program, majoring in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Preference for college juniors/rising seniors.
• Programming Skills
  :
  Proficiency in Python, R, Java, Linux, C++, or VMWare.
• AI/ML Knowledge
  :
  Strong understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Machine Learning algorithms.
• Framework Experience
  :
  Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and libraries such as Tensor Flow, PyTorch, and scikit‑learn.

• Project Experience
  :
  Previous involvement in AI/ML projects or internships.
• Deep Learning
  :
  Knowledge of deep learning and neural networks.
• Data Visualization
  :
  Experience with tools like Matplotlib and Seaborn.
• Cloud Platforms
  :
  Familiarity with AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.

Varda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well‑being, and a high‑quality workplace experience. Below is an overview of what full‑time employees receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of benefits):

Health & Wellness

• Flexible PTO policy +12 paid holidays
• 100% company‑paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer‑matched HSA options
• Voluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance
• $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
• 12 weeks of parental leave (with supplemental disability leave for CAmothers)
• Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic
• Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents

Financial & Retirement

• Substantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start‑up
• 401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested)
• $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement
• Relocation support for new hires, if needed

Workplace Experience & Perks

• Fully stocked kitchen with lunch provided daily and dinner provided twice weekly
• Company and team‑bonding events, happy hours and mission‑success celebrations
• Complimentary EV charging
• Dog‑friendly office space

Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export‑controlled items. Because our employees are provided access to export‑controlled items, our policy is to only hire “U.S. persons” who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.

“US person” means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum).

Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E‑Verify program. The E‑Verify program is an Internet‑based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about E‑Verify program.

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Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.